2007 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
